A miner is hospitalised at the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPH) after he was shot twice by a licensed firearm holder who was allegedly drunk in front of a bar at the Mahdia Landing, Potaro, early yesterday morning.
According to information reaching Stabroek News, Shahonan ‘Biggs’ Monderson, 27, of Lot 10 Felicity Village, West Coast Demerara was shot in his left shoulder and left knee by a 36-year-old man who currently lives at Second Avenue, Bartica.
The police said that an argument erupted between Monderson and the man, who was reportedly intoxicated. The man then drew his handgun and fired at Monderson who fell to the ground. Eventually he was transported to the GPH where he was admitted and is currently in a serious but stable condition.
The weapon, which was loaded with 15 live rounds, was seized from the shooter. The gun is currently lodged with the police and the man is assisting with the investigation.
